Mike Riding, Executive Director

Mike Riding is the executive director of HELP International. Previous to his appointment, Riding was the executive director of AYS, an organization dedicated to sending teenage volunteers overseas to work on humanitarian projects. In December, Riding will graduate with his master's degree in English, emphasizing in American literature and professional communication. Riding is married to Sarah Rhodes and they have three boys. Riding's true passion lies in helping others around the world improve their lives.

Matthew Colling, Program Director

Matthew graduated with an M.S. degree in sociology and development from Brigham Young University. He teaches Multicultural America at an undergraduate level. Actively invovled with a variety of nonprofits, Matthew is the director of development and a board member for Sowers of Hope, a non-profit that runs a school in the Eastern war torn region of the DR Congo. He has also worked with non-profits in Europe that help victims of human trafficking. In Guyana, he worked for the Madray Motoo Foundation, installing donated computers in schools throughout the poorer regions of the country. As a consultant in Ghana, Matthew conducted a Social Impact Assessment for Empower Playgrounds, Inc and helped Biological Filters and Composting Inc. improve their marketing strategy and secure funding for product development. He has worked closely with BYU's annual Hunger banquet which raised over $15,000 in 2009. Currently, Matthew is setting up a non-profit called SainTerre in Mali which aims to improve sanitation conditions.

Amy Brennan, Director of Talent

A native of Portland, Oregon, Amy Brennan graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in public relations and is currently pursuing a master of public administration degree, with an emphasis in nonprofit and financial management. In addition to her work for HELP International, Amy is a graduate research assistant at the BYU Center for Economic Self-Reliance, and the development director of Grantwell, a student-run organization that helps foundations improve their giving.  A passion for international development has taken her to Guatemala, as a HELP International volunteer, and to Ghana to serve as a consultant for Microbusiness for Health, an initiative of Freedom from Hunger. Past work experience includes internships at both the Scottish Parliament and the United States Senate. In her spare time, it is possible to spot Amy rollerblading, hiking, running, or playing basketball.

Mike Duthrie, Finance Director

Mike Duthrie, the finance director for HELP International is completing his final year in the masters of accounting program at Brigham Young University. Duthrie's work experience includes running all the business function of Hansen Mountaineering, which he did for a year. In addition, Duthrie completed a public accounting internship with McGladrey and Pullen From Montana, Duthrie has a natural enthusiasm for all things outdoors, including running, hiking, and rock climbing.